Quality Manager IRC307485

Reporting to the Director, Product Design, JANA’s Quality Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining a robust quality management system, overseeing audits, conducting quality incident investigations (QII), and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that our products and processes meet the highest standards of quality, while driving a culture of excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, software engineering, quality management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years experience as a Quality Manager or in a similar role within the engineering, software, or financial industry.
• 3+ years leadership experience managing team members and quality initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, methodologies, and tools.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent.
• Experience in performing audits and leading improvement initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to train and mentor employees on quality management principles and practices.
• Proficient in using quality management software and tools.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification (nice to have)
• Required Skills
  • Speaking/Presenting: Clearly articulates ideas, opinions, and information in technical presentations and discussions so that the intended purpose is achieved, and the needs of the audience are met
  • Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve positive results
  • Creative Thinking: Generates innovative, out-of-the-box approaches and improved solutions
  • Problem-solving: Able to analyze complex problems and formulate different points of attack to come up with viable solutions
  • Prioritization: Coordinates and organizes resources and people in efficient and effective ways to accomplish larger strategies and goals
  • Mentor Courage: Provides direct, honest, fair and constructive feedback and related actions

Job responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement an effective quality management system that aligns with industry standards and best practices.
• Establish and communicate quality policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure adherence throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for monitoring and evaluating product quality.
• Regularly review and assess the effectiveness of the quality management system to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Conduct internal audits to verify compliance and identify non-conformities, and ensure corrective actions are implemented as necessary.
• Coordinate with auditors and stakeholders to facilitate audit processes, ensuring timely completion of audits and resolution of findings.
• Document audit findings, generate comprehensive reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to address identified gaps.
• Lead and facilitate QII meetings and improvement initiatives to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and quality enhancements.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment to encourage employee participation in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.
• Establish and track quality objectives, metrics, and targets to drive performance improvement.
• Develop and implement effective quality improvement programs and initiatives, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other relevant methodologies.
• Work with product and process teams to identify the potential impacts of new product features and process changes on quality.
• Provide guidance and support to employees at all levels to foster a quality-focused mindset and empower them to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of team members, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Foster a positive and productive team environment, encouraging professional growth and development among team members.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to help team members excel in their roles.

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